Reinventing the Game

AUGUST 27, 2021

The preceding words do sound like a tired teacher rather than reality. It is space and time that comes with joy and satisfaction in teaching and learning for teachers. Many a times we unfairly relegate our efforts to merely ensuring physical fitness and the teaching of X number of games.

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PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

As technology becomes more prevalent in the classroom, physical education teachers must create classroom technology rules to ensure students use technology appropriately and safely. But, integrating technology in the classroom for physical education requires a unique set of classroom rules.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Filling up an entire semester of middle school physical education units can be challenging. But there are plenty of fun and engaging middle school physical education units to choose from. The Need For Variety With Middle School Physical Units Middle school physical education is unique!

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PLT4M

JULY 31, 2023

This article explores all things tracking student progress in physical education. Next, we break down the what, when, and how of tracking student progress in physical education. Benefits of Tracking Student Progress – The Why Tracking student progress benefits students, teachers, administrators, and families.

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PLT4M

JULY 19, 2023

The start of a new school year is an exciting time for students, families, teachers, and school districts. As everyone starts to plan for the upcoming year, this article explores back to school planning for physical education teachers. To start, physical education teachers can define their overarching goal for students.

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PLT4M

AUGUST 22, 2023

The health benefits of physical education schools are well documented. After exploring the current state of student health and wellness, we outline and review the short and long-term health benefits of physical education in schools. Why is physical education important to health?

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PLT4M

APRIL 2, 2024

Physical education plays a crucial role in shaping the health and fitness habits of individuals from an early age. Lifetime fitness activities are workouts, exercises, and sports that people can continue to enjoy and benefit from at any stage of their lives, regardless of their age or fitness level.

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PLT4M

JULY 18, 2022

Physical education ice breakers are a great way to get students comfortable when starting a new semester or school year. This article explores physical education ice breaker activities and gives teachers free content to use in class. Free Fitness Lessons For P.E. These 15 ready to go lessons can help! .

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Thank you to SHAPE America for publishing a great article on How to Celebrate Black History Month in Health and Physical Education Materials courtesy of SHAPE America – Society of Health and Physical Educators, PO Box 225, Annapolis Junction, MD 20701, www.shapeamerica.org. All rights reserved. Why or why not?

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PLT4M

JUNE 20, 2023

It is a powerful teaching tool that allows physical education teachers to show students how to do something correctly and with proper form. This article will discuss modeling in physical education, provide examples, and discuss how it can be used to improve student learning.

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Gopher PE

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Lynne Kenney with Zainab Khokha Physical Education class is an optimal setting for students to develop and practice the precursor skills that precede learning. Moreover, Physical Education promotes cognitive development by stimulating neural pathways associated with socialization and learning. 2019 ; Hardy et al.,

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PLT4M

JULY 25, 2023

As technology advances, it is becoming increasingly important for physical education teachers to integrate technology into their classrooms. Technology can provide various benefits to physical education classes, including improved engagement, increased access to resources, and better assessment of student progress.

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PLT4M

MARCH 6, 2023

Adapted physical education and adapted physical activity programs play a critical role in promoting physical activity and overall well-being for individuals with disabilities. He specializes in creating training and physical resources for physical education teachers to promote the inclusion of students with disabilities.

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PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

So should physical education be required? Suppose the big-picture goal of education is to equip students with a robust set of skills and knowledge to live successful lives. In that case, a quality physical education program should be a staple of any comprehensive educational system.

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Reinventing the Game

OCTOBER 9, 2021

concerning Physical Education (PE) and the way we deal with it, in my learning space. The mention of such points may get you going as a teacher or result in a large sigh of exasperation that there are always folks trying to intellectualise the field of PE when it should be dead simple. Model fidelity.

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SHAPE America

APRIL 20, 2023

And with the celebration of healthy lifestyles, active minds and bodies, let’s reflect on the importance of physical education and sports. Here are some tips to help you get started: For Teachers: Advocate for more outdoor recess and field days. Make new friends through movement. Take your classes outside! Spoiler alert!

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Physical Education Ideas

DECEMBER 31, 2023

teaching in regard to the four domains of physical literacy. When we teach, we know it is our job to get students moving and enjoy being active because we know (or should know) that everyone has the potential to value, develop and maintain positive physical activity behaviors for life.

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Open Phys Ed

AUGUST 11, 2022

The Rhythm Fit modules will be an on-going series of routines set to music using a variety of equipment. These activities provide an opportunity for teachers to integrate rhythmic movement in a fun and engaging way. Teacher Evaluation. Teacher Self-Evaluation/Reflection Guide: [PDF, WORD]. Module Documents.

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PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

In most conversations about improving schools, the role of physical education is an afterthought, or worse, not even mentioned. Instead, we look at core subjects, test scores, and student performance without considering the impact of physical education and activity. Free Fitness Lessons For P.E. Get Access Here.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Fitness education is an integral part of student development, providing them with the knowledge and skills to lead a healthy and active lifestyle. From physical education classes to extracurricular activities, there are various ways to incorporate fitness into a student’s daily routine.

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Reinventing the Game

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

I must say that every one of my articles were written as a result of an observation, some experience, some reading and connecting it to what I think I need to do better as a Physical Education (PE) teacher. There is a lot of emphasis on the what and how of fitness, health and activities. Is this Physical Literacy?

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Gopher PE

AUGUST 28, 2023

The physical education landscape is changing; from activities our students participate in outside of the classroom, uses of technology within the classroom, and options for students to choose their path in PE to name a few. However, in the mindset of all this change, we should revisit a playground classic, 4-square.

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Reinventing the Game

MARCH 13, 2021

Especially in the area of set pieces and fitness from the short time I manage to observe. I can sort of make out who the coach, the physical trainer, the assistants, etc. The next understanding that I wanted was what if the same group of learners pass through different teachers at any one learning phase of their life, e.g. in a term.

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SHAPE America

APRIL 18, 2023

SHAPE America’s National Physical Education & Sport Week (May 1-7) is a celebration of the importance of physical education and sport in the lives of kids of all ages. The week also serves as the kickoff to National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Show how these skills are developed across sport.

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SHAPE America

MARCH 24, 2022

Students around the field are throwing and catching discs, learning movement skills, encouraging one another, and enjoying physical activity in the process. The teacher watches, supervises and offers students feedback, reflecting on the effectiveness of their lesson plan in real time. It was a good throw, just too far.

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PLT4M

JUNE 5, 2023

Differentiated learning strategies are becoming increasingly important in physical education. By using differentiated learning strategies, physical education teachers can create an environment more conducive to learning, allowing each student to reach their full potential. So let’s take a closer look!

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PLT4M

APRIL 22, 2024

When it comes to preparing for gymnastics lesson plans in physical education, you don’t need an Olympic style set up from pommel horses to parallel bars. Instead, PE teachers can introduce basic gymnastics skills in just about any gymnasium or space. Below is the bear crawl with written notes and instructions!

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PLT4M

AUGUST 14, 2023

Kan Jam is an excellent game to add to your physical education curriculum. For example, students develop motor skills and movement patterns like throwing, catching, and deflecting (S1). Standards Aligned – Kan Jam aligns with many Shape America National Standards. The goal is for everyone to have a fun game of Kan Jam.

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Reinventing the Game

JANUARY 29, 2022

It reached a point where I wondered what really I have accomplished in decades of teaching Physical Education (PE) or if I even have been teaching at all. One of my areas of responsibilities is to discuss where PE has taken us over the year with individual teachers in my department. It is not easy.

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PLT4M

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Physical activity and physical education are often confused terms in the world of education. We break down the key differences and provide examples between physical activity vs physical education. What is the difference between physical education and physical activity?

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PLT4M

APRIL 26, 2023

Shape America sets the standard for physical education. As Shape works to enhance physical education across the country, PLT4M is proud to be a part of the mission. PLT4M is a proud premier Shape America member dedicated to the shared mission of enhancing physical education for teachers, students, and schools.

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PLT4M

JUNE 17, 2023

Movement breaks, or brain breaks, are opportunities for students during the school day to get up out of their seats and move. In this article, we explore the benefits of movement activities and provide 15 different free movement breaks for the classroom. First, movement breaks promote increased focus and attention span.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Physical fitness is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. There are 5 components of physical fitness that are essential for overall health and well-being. This article will discuss each component and how it contributes to physical fitness. What Are The 5 Components Of Physical Fitness?

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Reinventing the Game

APRIL 14, 2022

It is a combination of work stress, doubts about alignment of what I want with what it should it be like to be a Physical Education (PE) teacher, fatigue, etc. came after a discussion with a fellow teacher in the all-consuming discussion of what PE is and what it should look like. Or is it vice versa?

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PLT4M

JANUARY 30, 2023

Bodyweight bootcamp workouts are a great way for any individual to get into shape and stay fit. They are perfect for physical education classes, because they require minimal equipment and can be adapted to any fitness level. Every student in class can find the right movement to still achieve a great workout.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Sean Fullerton is a former secondary physical education teacher and current Ph.D. In this article, Sean explores a personalized system of instruction model for fitness and weight training classes. 2011). Many high schools include elective PE classes that focus on personal fitness and weight training.

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PLT4M

AUGUST 31, 2023

Smart boards in the classroom are becoming increasingly popular in physical education classes. We discuss the benefits of using smart boards in physical education classes and provide examples of how teachers can incorporate technology to improve student engagement and learning.

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